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Trip Overview

The average train between France and Budapest takes 17h 19m and the fastest train takes 17h 18m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from France to Budapest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

17h 19m
Duration
1,532 km
Distance
Ft 127,937
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

France to Budapest train times

Trains run twice a week between France and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 3:41 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from France is at 3:43 PM which arrives into Budapest at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Gare de l'Est and take an average of 17h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    RATP MetroTGV inOuiTransdev GmbHÖBB EuroCityÖBB EuroCity17h 20m • 4 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    RATP MetroTGV inOuiTransdev GmbHÖBB EuroCityÖBB EuroCity17h 18m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from France to Budapest? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,532 km
  • Duration: 17h 19m

What companies run services between France and Budapest, Hungary?

You can take a subway from Cité to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Gare de l'Est, Paris Est, Muenchen Hbf, Salzburg Hbf, and Wien Hbf in around 15h 2m.

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